Maintenance Technician - Mechanic (Industrial Maintenance) - Entry Level

Position Type: Full-Time, Hourly
Compensation: $22 to $26 an hour (based on experience and skills)

What You’ll Do

As a Maintenance Technician at ProAmpac Beaverton, you’ll be part of the team responsible for keeping production running safely and efficiently. This role provides hands-on experience while working alone and/or alongside experienced maintenance technicians and production staff. Responsibilities include:

• Assisting with equipment breakdowns and helping restore machines to service safely and efficiently
• Performing preventative and corrective maintenance on production equipment and facility systems
• Learning to troubleshoot mechanical and basic electrical issues, including motors, sensors, switches, wiring, and controls
• Assisting with pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems used in production equipment
• Diagnosing and resolving basic day-to-day equipment issues, with guidance from experienced technicians as needed
• Completing work orders and prioritizing tasks based on production needs and urgency
• Working closely with experienced maintenance technicians and production staff to identify and resolve equipment problems
• Maintaining accurate maintenance records in CMMS or work order systems
• Following all safety procedures and maintaining a clean and safe work environment
• Learning the plant’s equipment, systems, and maintenance processes while developing more advanced troubleshooting and repair skills
• Identifying potential equipment issues and communicating them to the maintenance team

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training in industrial maintenance, electrical, or mechanical systems is a plus
• 2–4 years of experience in industrial maintenance, manufacturing, or equipment repair
• Strong mechanical aptitude with working knowledge of basic electrical troubleshooting
• Ability to diagnose and repair equipment quickly in a production environment
• Familiarity with motors, drives, sensors, and industrial machinery preferred
• Exposure to PLCs or automated systems is a plus, but not required and not a primary focus of the role
• Experience with CMMS or work order systems preferred
• Ability to read technical manuals, schematics, and mechanical drawings
• Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on urgency and practical solutions
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, reactive maintenance environment
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical work (standing, bending, climbing, etc.)
• Strong teamwork mindset with a safety-first attitude

Why Choose ProAmpac?

We offer the support of a large company with the culture of a small, collaborative team.

• Advancement Opportunities – We promote from within and invest in employee development

• Work-Life Balance – 4-day work week (Monday–Thursday) with multiple opportunities for overtime in addition to normal 10 hour a day workweek

• Stable, Growing Industry – Be part of a company making an impact in packaging and manufacturing

• Clean, Controlled Environment – Safety and cleanliness are top priorities

Our Benefits:

• Competitive wages (based on experience) + shift premiums (if applicable)

• 11 paid holidays + PTO

• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage

• 401(k) with employer match

• Employer-paid life insurance

• Shoe and eye protection allowance

• Career progression opportunities

Our Core Values:

Integrity | Intensity | Involvement | Innovation | Impact
These five values guide everything we do – from the production floor to company leadership.

EEO Statement:

ProAmpac provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other classification protected by state, federal, or local law. Further, the company takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and employees are treated during employment without regard to any of these characteristics. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated